Recipe request

[derickalmond]

Does anybody have the recipe for 'Lobster Thermidor'

[incitatus]

675g / 1 1/2lb cooked lobster 1 tbsp oil, 45g / 1 1/2 oz butter 2 shallots, finely chopped 100ml / 3 1/2fl oz dry white wine 1 tbsp chopped tarragon 1 tsp each chopped chervil and parsley 150ml / 5 fl oz Bechamel Sauce 150ml / 5fl oz double cream 1 tsp French mustard 1/2 tsp paprika 4 tbsp freshly grated Parmesan or Gruyere cheese Method Remove and crack the lobster claws, take out the meat and dice it. Split the lobster in half lengthwise, remove the tail meat and coral (eggs) if any, chop and add to claw meat. Scrape the shell as clean as possible. Heat the oil and butter, then cook shallots over a gentle heat until transparent. Add the wine, boil rapidly until reduced by half. Preheat the grill to its highest setting. Add the herbs, bechamel sauce, cream, mustard and paprika to the pan. Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer for 2 - 3 mins or until the sauce is a creamy consistency. Season to taste. Put some of the sauce into the base of the shell, then the meat, then another layer of sauce. Sprinkle cheese over the top and grill until hot and bubbling, and the cheese has browned.

[incitatus]

but dont do it. all it needs is to be split in two, grilled, then served with melted butter or hollandaise. Its a shame to overcomplicate something so yummy.